Illumina

Senior Scientist – Biophysics

Illumina
BiotechSingapore - Woodlands - NorthCoastOnsitePosted 4 weeks ago

About the role

AI summarised

Develop novel approaches to DNA sequencing as a creative, first-principles experimentalist working at the interface of biology and physics. This role requires experience with DNA and/or DNA-processing enzymes, ideally involving single-molecule biophysics.

BiotechOnsite

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary and international teams, interacting with synthetic chemists, protein chemists, bioinformatics scientists, and engineers to devise experimental plans.
  • Innovate and devise creative solutions to complex biophysics problems.
  • Maintain detailed lab notebooks and prepare reports, updates, and summaries for management.
  • Write technical reports and prepare presentations for cross-functional and cross-site technical teams.

Requirements

  • PhD in biophysics, bioengineering, biochemistry, protein chemistry, or a related field.
  • 0-5 years of post-PhD hands-on experience with DNA-related biophysics experiments, DNA processing enzymes, or method development for DNA sequencing.
  • Understanding of single molecule biophysics and interdisciplinary experience combining biochemistry and biophysics to address biological problems.
  • Familiarity with data collection systems, interpreting datasets, and troubleshooting experiments.
  • Exceptional data interpretation skills to propose next steps based on experimental data.
  • Highly creative and inventive problem solver with a proactive attitude.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Highly collaborative team player.